Box 1

Contained various undated pieces of personal correspondence from Martin's life. Includes a story about Adron Doran, letters regarding social interactions, and holiday greetings from friends and family.

Contains correspondence related to a lawsuit (R.K. Landrum vs. EKU) which included Martin and which discusses the case, meetings with lawyers, and settlements of the case.

Contains correspondence written to Anne Martin, Robert's wife. Mainly consists of letters from Mamie Scott.

Contains postcards from friends and family on their travels

Contains correspondence related to Martin's involvement with EKU. Includes correspondence regarding Martin's grades as a student, work with the Milestone, alumni activities, and scholarship foundations. For information regarding Martin's work as president of EKU, please see his presidential collection.

Contains thank you letters from Martin to friends and family, responding to congratulations regarding his presidency at Eastern.

Contains letters of appreciation, thanking Martin for various things - compliments, hosting of events, academic support, or thanks for gifts. Letters are from friends, family members, and colleagues.

Contains correspondence between Martin and former EKU President H.L. Donovan, as well as some correspondence between friends and family regarding the health and passing of Martin's father.

Contains correspondence between Martin and friends regarding Martin's education, his campaign for state Superintendent of Public Instruction. Correspondence directed to Martin also discusses concerns the public had regarding education standards in the state.

Contains correspondence to Martin and his wife, thanking them for hospitality, complimenting them on Martin's involvement with EKU, and discussing local businesses and holidays.